Tuesday, October 31, 2017

Jan Denise Seibert (nee Loos), 54, of Melbourne, KY passed away Monday, October 30, 2017. She was born on July 31, 1963 to Linda L. Loos and the late Ervin M. Loos. Jan was the beloved wife of the late Edward G. Seibert. She is preceded in death by her nephew, Jack Fessler. She is survived by her mother, Linda Loos; son, Jayden Seibert; brother, Eric Loos (Barbara); sisters, Joy Wood (Ron) and Jill Fessler (John); nephews, Logan Wood (Nora), Derek Wood, Michael Fessler, and Caleb Loos; niece, Jessica Loos Seitz (Joshua); also survived by four great-nieces and nephews. Jan was a graduate of Silver Grove High School, Northern Kentucky Health Occupations Center, and Beckfield College of Nursing. She was formerly employed at River Valley Nursing Home and Health South Rehabilitation Center. Jan will be remembered for her love of animals, especially her black labs Roxie and Rex, as well as her generous heart to anyone in need. A Memorial Visitation will be held on Saturday, November 4, 2017 at St. John Lutheran Church, 5977 Lower Tug Fork Road, Melbourne, KY beginning at 10 a.m., followed by a Memorial Service at 11 a.m. Memorials are suggested to Hospice of the Bluegrass Northern Kentucky, 7388 Turfway Road, Florence, KY 41042. Alexandria Funeral Home serving the family.

Monday, October 30, 2017

Harold J. Ziegler, Jr., 88, of Alexandria, KY, passed away at his home on Monday, October 23, 2017. Harold was a graduate of Highlands High School in Fort Thomas, KY. He was active on the football team, in track and field, and he held several school and greater Cincinnati records for pole vaulting. He was the Kentucky State Pole Vault Champion in 1946 and 1947. His devotion to UK basketball and Highlands football was legendary and lifelong. Harold was a salesman, farmer, and retired bus driver for Campbell County Schools. He operated one of the first commercial vineyards in Northern Kentucky, and his farm was the site of many family celebrations and spirited Wiffle Ball tournaments. Harold was preceded in death by his wife of 59 years, Ruth (Combs) Ziegler, in 2010. Harold is survived by three daughters: Valarie Hope Ziegler (Bill Nunn, Jr.), Carole Anne Ziegler (Rachael Winters), and Susan Lea LeCates; and five grandchildren: Teddy and Evan Roach, Iris, Ian, and Aiden LeCates. The family especially thanks those friends who brightened Harold’s later years: loyal neighbors Don and Trinett Kuper as well as Jim Shearer and all the gang at Harold’s beloved Sand Trap. Memorial Visitation will be held on Saturday, November 4, 2017, at the Alexandria Funeral Home from 12:00-1:00 pm, followed by a memorial service. In lieu of flowers, donations are suggested to Hospice of the Bluegrass, 7388 Turfway Road, Florence, KY 41042.

Tuesday, October 24, 2017

Carol Jean
Davies, age 75, of Dayton, KY passed away on Sunday, October 22, 2017. Carol
was a former waitress at J.K.’s Chili in Maderia, Ohio. She was preceded in
death by her parents, James and Doris McDaniel; son, Timothy Scott Dennler;
brother, Thomas McDaniel. She is survived by her daughters, Rhonda Baarlaer and
Robin Barnes; brothers, Jim, Dick, Dan, Dave, and Gary McDaniel; sister, Cheryl
Parker; grandchildren, Amanda Barnhardt, Joshua and Cody Baarlaer, Craig
Herndon Jr., Hailey Caperton, and Chelsea, Courtney, Ashley, and Brittany
Dennler; great-granddaughter, Levi Herndon; also survived by many nieces,
nephews, and a host of family and friends.
Funeral Services will be at the convenience of the family. Arrangements entrusted to Alexandria Funeral
Home.

Monday, October 23, 2017

Evelyn
(Schack) Wolfzorn, Our devoted wife and mother went to heaven on October 23rd
after a brave fight with congestive heart failure. She is survived by her husband, Robert, her
children, John (Ginger), Tim (Linda) and Lisa (Bill) Mell; her grandchildren,
Christine (Keith) Bezold, Brent, Jamie, Troy, and Blake Wolfzorn. Also survived by her loving siblings, Melva
Rohe and brother, Clarence (Gaye) Schack; and sister’s-in-law, Jeanette Kremer
and Mary Jane Schack. Preceded in death
by her parents, John and Theresa Schack and siblings Cletus, Esther and Linus
Schack, Irma Schadler and Lorraine Witschger. Evelyn was a retired bus monitor
for special needs students at Campbell County Schools. Her children have fond memories of camping
trips and annual family vacations. She enjoyed gardening and canning and shared
son John’s garden bounty with the family.
She loved attending her grandchildren’s school and social events. Evelyn never drank more than half a beer and
her children will continue to celebrate her with that tradition. One of her favorite holidays was Halloween
and her family is comforted knowing she will get to celebrate in heaven this
year. Visitation 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM Thursday, October 26 at the Alexandria
Funeral Home. Mass of Christian Burial 10:00 AM Friday October 27 at Saint Mary
of the Assumption Church, Alexandria, KY. Interment will be Saint Mary
Cemetery, Alexandria. In lieu of flowers, Evelyn suggested supporting Bluegrass
Hospice Care who allowed her to pass in the comfort of her home with the care
of her family. Alternatively, donations
suggested to St. Mary Church in Alexandria.

Saturday, October 14, 2017

Edna
Mae Works Hale, of Independence, KY, formerly of Alexandria, KY, passed into
Heaven on October 13, 2017. She was loved by her husband of 55 years, Doyle R.
Hale, daughters, Lisa Marie Duty (Ron) of Alexandria and Lori Ann Hale of
Independence. She was adored by her 3 grandchildren, Zakariah Scott Duty,
Alyson Marie Duty and Elijah Clay Duty; siblings, Margaret Baker, Norma
Maynard, Sonny Works and Johnny Works. She was preceded in death by her older
brother Charlie Works. She has many nieces and nephews as well as great – nieces
and nephews. She was an employee of Overhead Door and a faithful member of
HighPoint Baptist Church for 66 years. Her favorite pastime was spending time
with her family and her dog Grady. Visitation 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM Tuesday,
October 17, 2017 at HighPoint Baptist Church, 6 Washington St, Alexandria, KY
41001. Funeral Service will be at 11:00 AM Wednesday at the Church. Interment
in the Alexandria Cemetery, Alexandria, KY. Memorials are suggested to
HighPoint Baptist Church.

Albert Bernard Ploeger, Formerly of Alexandria, KY, Baptist
Convalescent Center and Carmel Manor, passed into eternal rest on October 14,
2017, one day before his 82nd birthday. He leaves behind his wife of 56 years,
JoAnn (Casagrande), 6 children: Mary Bjelland, Jeanie (Wayne) Hodges, Charlie
(Becky) Joe (Sharon), Mike and John (Rhonda). He also leaves 15 grandchildren
and 5 great-grandchildren. Albert was a pressman with Diamond International and
other area printing shops. He loved family, farming and animals, especially
dogs. Visitation will be Wednesday, October 18 at Saint Mary of the Assumption
Catholic Church in Alexandria from 9:00 AM until time of Mass of Christian
Burial at 10:30 AM. Burial at the privacy of the family. Memorials are
suggested to, Glenmary Home Missioners, Marianist Mission, St. Rita School for
the Deaf or St. Mary’s Parish in Alexandria.

Wednesday, October 11, 2017

Edgar William “Bill” Gregg, age 76, of California, KY, passed away on Tuesday, October 10, 2017. Bill was an Air Force Veteran and a union iron worker for Iron Worker Local 44. He was also a former facility maintenance man for the University of Cincinnati. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Suzanne Marie Conroy. He is survived by his wife, Nancy Marie (nee Findley) Gregg; children, William Gregg (Renee), Linda Gregg (Randy), Tanya Schwing (Fredrick), Amy Kallenberger (John), and Christy Schwing; brother, Timothy Gregg (Laurie); sister, Cheryl Honican (the Late Gary); twelve grandchildren, Christopher Gregg (Christy), Tabitha Gregg (James), Brittany Barhorst (Carter), Jacob Barhorst (Abby), Katie Hoffmann (Johnny), Danyel Massong, Brandon Massong (Sarah), Chyna Shelton (Nathaniel), Christian Kallenberger, Gabriel Kallenberger, Isaac Kallenberger, and Mason Schwing; also survived by nine great-grandchildren. Visitation will be held at the Alexandria Funeral Home on Friday, October 13, 2017 from 5:00 PM- until time of Funeral Service at 8:00 PM. Graveside Service will be held at Miami Cemetery, 6389 Hamilton Cleves Pike Rd. Cleves (Rte. 128), Cleves, OH 45002, on Saturday, October 14th at 11:00 AM. Online condolences can be given at alexandriafh.com. Memorials are suggested to, Down Syndrome Association of Greater Cincinnati, 4623 Wesley Avenue Suite A, Cincinnati, OH 45212 or www.dsagc.com

Tuesday, October 10, 2017

Robert J.
Blaut, 97, of Alexandria, KY, passed away Monday, October 9, 2017 at St.
Elizabeth Hospice, Edgewood, KY. Robert was a WW II Army Veteran and received the
Bronze Star Medal and a Purple Heart forheroic or meritorious achievement of service. He was a
machinist and retired from American Tool. Robert was preceded in death by his
wife, Blanche Velma Lee Blaut (nee Clift) and a son, Robert “Bobby” Blaut, who
was killed in action in the Viet Nam War. Robert is survived by many nieces and
nephews. A Graveside Service with Military Honors will be held at the
Alexandria Cemetery, 7 Spillman Drive, Alexandria, KY, on Tuesday, October 17,
2017 at 11:30 AM. Alexandria Funeral Home is serving the family. Memorials are
suggested to the American Cancer Society or Wounded Warriors.

Tuesday, October 3, 2017

Gary R.
Leap, 73, of California, KY, passed away Sunday, October 1, 2017 at Saint
Elizabeth Edgewood. Gary was an Army Veteran and retired from the United States
Post Office, Cincinnati, OH after 33 years of service. He loved fishing and
sitting on his porch drinking sweet tea. He is survived by his wife, Ruth Ann
(his Rock and Angel on earth) Boekley Leap; his daughter, Darla Uhey; grandchildren,
Airman Chris Uhey USAF, Katie Uhey, Connor Uhey and Kimberly Uhey; brothers,
Larry (Diane) Leap, Terry (Nadine) Leap and Greg Leap; Aunts, Elizabeth Leap
and Ruth Beck; also survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Visitation Sunday, October 8, 2017 at the Alexandria Funeral Home from 4:00 PM
until time of service at 7:00 PM.

Minnie A.
Harrison (nee Arkenau) 103, Alexandria, KY, passed away Tuesday, October 3,
2017, at the Baptist Convalescent Center, Newport, KY. Minnie was preceded in
death by her husband, Frank Harrison and her daughter, Donna Briley. She is
survived by her children, Robert Harrison, Norma Poe, Patsy Russling, Melva
Brocker and Vicki Grow; 18 grandchildren, 41 great-grandchildren, 20
great-great-grandchildren and 2 great-great-great-grandchildren.
Visitation Thursday, October 5, 2017 at the Alexandria Funeral Home from 10:00
AM until time of service at 12:00 PM. Interment will be in the Alexandria
Cemetery. Memorials to charity of donor’s choice.

Alvin Stamper, age 63, of Cold Spring, passed away on October 3, 2017 at his residence. He was a retired steel worker from Steelcraft Manufacturing and a member of the United Steel Workers. Alvin was an avid classic car enthusiast. He is survived by his loving spouse of 44 years, Linda Stamper; daughter, Jennifer Lynn Stamper; son, Alvin (Tiffanie) Stamper, Jr.; three brothers, Orlando, Johnny, and R.J. Stamper; sister, Norma Combs; three grandchildren, Chloe, Wyatt, and Wesley; also survived by a host of nieces and nephews, relatives, and friends. Preceded in death by his parents, Wick and Mary Stamper and two siblings, Dorothy Ward and Garland Stamper. Visitation will be held Friday, October 6, 2017, 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm at Alexandria Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, October 7, 2017 at 10:00 am at the Alexandria Funeral Home. Interment will follow in the Alexandria Cemetery. Memorial Donations are suggested to St. Elizabeth Hospice, 483 S. Loop Rd, Edgewood, KY 41017.

Sunday, October 1, 2017

Roger
Ortlieb, 76, of Camp Springs, KY, passed away Friday, September 29, 2017 at his
residence. Roger was a Veteran of the Viet Nam War. He was a member of Iron
Workers Local #44 of Cincinnati, OH for 51 years, Northern Kentucky Saddle
Club, Camp Springs Coyote Club, Bellevue Social Club, League of Kentucky
Sportsman, Campbell County VFW Post # 3205 and the National Rifle Association.
Roger was preceded in death by his parents, Francis and Melva Ortlieb. He is
survived by his daughter, Christi (Steve) Tolson; siblings, Carol Thompson
Harlow, Dennis (Sharon) Ortlieb, Gary (Betty) Ortlieb and Mike Ortlieb;
grandsons, Andrew and Tyler. A Memorial Visitation will be held at the
Alexandria Funeral Home on Saturday, October 7, 2017 from 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
with a celebration of Roger’s life immediately following at the Northern
Kentucky Saddle Club. Memorials are suggested to Camp Springs Coyote Club (for
sending children to Camp Webb), C\O Ed Stubbs, 9347 Flagg Springs Pike,
California, KY 41007. Alexandria Funeral Home is serving the family.